The Best of 2011’s Holiday Makeup Collections

Any self-respecting beautyphile knows that the holidays are hands-down the best time to buy makeup. Everywhere you look there are palettes, limited-edition sets, and special seasonal colors that make the holiday season seem so much more festive. We've examined the offerings from our favorite beauty brands, and found the greatest, most gorgeous, and most must-have products from this year's Christmastime collections. While you're stuffing stockings for your loved ones, why not pick up one of these for yourself?

Smashbox Click You're It Holiday Eye Palette
Smashbox Pallette
Tucked inside this limited-edition palette are fifteen eye shadows, five liners, one vial of primer, and a world of amazing holiday makeup possibilities. Follow the directions on one of Smashbox's six get-the-look cards, or get gorgeous your own way. ($49, Smashbox.com)

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MAC Glitter and Ice Lipstick
MAC Lipstick
MAC's holiday collection-packaged in futuristic, limited-edition white-features six stunning winter lipstick shades, ranging from icy silver to deep shiny berry. Soft Sable, a frosty taupe, has a subtle shimmer that kicks the neutral brown up into festive territory. ($15.50, Maccosmetics.com)

Deborah Lippmann Stairway To Heaven Lacquer
Nail Polish
Transform your fingertips into mini icicles with this soft multi-colored iridescent glitter polish. Wear it alone for a sexy take on bare nails, or layer it to transform any lacquer into a shade befitting a winter wonderland. ($18, Lippmanncollection.com)

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Sonia Kashuk Six-Piece Holiday Brush Set
Brush Set
Kashuk's brushes feel soft and luxe, although they're perfectly priced for any budget. This year's holiday brush set, available in sparkly gunmetal or silver, comes in a cute case that can double as an evening clutch. ($24.99, Target.com)

Smashbox Holiday Flash Long Wear Liquid Liner
Liquid Liner
Deck your eyelids with this sleek metallic gold liquid liner, which gives any makeup look an instant upgrade. (liner in 14k, $22, Smashbox.com)

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Urban Decay Sparkling Lickable Body Powder
Shimmering Body Powder
Ensconced in a totally dresser-worthy box is a delicious powder that gives just the right amount of sparkle to bare skin. Think "radiant," not "stripper." Choose Honey for a golden glow or Marshmallow for a silver shimmer. ($20 each, Urbandecay.com)

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